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University of Texas

A public school, the University of Texas is centered in Austin and is the largest education system in the state. The university known as the Longhorns has been an institution of higher learning since 1839.

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What is the SAT score required to get into Texas Tech University?

55% of incoming freshmen had SAT verbals over 600. 66% had SAT math scores over 600. This would seem to show that the median verbal score is something close to 600, and that the median math score is probably somewhat above 600.

What are the best fraternities at the University of Texas?

The best frats are FIJI, SAE, and SigEp , KA, Delt, ATO & kappa Sig. However, Kappa Alpha is not IFC. They are still a top one, whether that matters or not.

University of Texas' average High School GPA?

3.95

Actually, the answer is here, straight from the UT admissions page. It is not 3.95:

"Although no particular GPA guarantees admission, a 3.0 is generally considered the minimum necessary for strong consideration. Many students with GPAs above 3.0, however, are not admitted because of the competitiveness of the process. You'll find information about the factors we consider on the What We Consider page." Look up admission factors on UT's webpage and you will find the other things that would set you apart.

What sports programs are offered in the University of Texas?

Many sports are offered at the University of Texas. Basketball, Football, Baseball, Wrestling, Volleyball, Tennis, Softball, and Golf. Most of these sports have a women's and men's team and some are nationally recognized.

Where is Texas Tech University located?

Texas University or "t.u." is located in Austin, Texas. Texas University or "t.u." is located in Austin, Texas.

Is the University of Texas a public or private university?

It is a public institution.

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It is a public institution.

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It is a public institution.

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It is a public institution.

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It is a public institution.

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It is a public institution.

For the source and more detailed information concerning your request, click on the related links section (College Board) indicated below this answer box.

What states surround texas?

Texas shares borders with the U.S. states of Louisiana, Arkansas, Oklahoma, and New Mexico. Texas also shares borders with the Mexican states of Chihuahua, Coahuila, Nuevo Leon, and Tamaulipas.

Where is the University of Texas located?

The address of the University Of Texas is: University Of Texas, Austin, TX 78712

What colleges and universities are in the north central plains of Texas?

Texas Tech University, Baylor College, and North Texas College are near the Great Plains of Texas. Texas College Arlington and Texas Christian University are also hear the Great Plains region.

What is the Acceptance rate for people who's out of 25 percent for University of Texas at Austin?

Texas A&M at College Station is a public university that was founded in 1876. The acceptance rate at Texas A&M is roughly 64% of a total of nearly 26,000 applications.

How much does it cost to get into The University of Alabama?

A lot would depend on your point of departure, method of travel and class of travel accomodations. For example: * Traveling First Class from Tokyo Japan by private or charter jet is expensive. * Hiking in while dining on beef jerky, water and trail mix from Chattanooga can be done on a shooestring budget. From WHERE?!

Past Texas tech quarterbacks?

Over the years, Texas Tech University has had many quarterbacks. Former quarterbacks include Kliff Kingsbury, B.J. Symons, and Graham Harrell.

Scores required to get into the University of Texas?

== == == == == == == == == == See the "How to Apply" link below for more detailed information on the specific requirements to get into UT.

Applicants for freshman admission must successfully complete at least 15 1/2 units of high school coursework* in grades 9-12. At least 14 units must fulfill the subject area requirements listed below. One year's work in a subject counts as one unit; one semester counts as a half unit. You may fulfill your coursework requirements with dual credit courses taken while you're in high school.

Required HS Units

Language Arts 4 units of English (one unit may be writing, world literature, speech, or journalism). English as a second language (ESL) and correlated language arts do not count as units of English

Foreign Language 2 units (3 recommended) of a single foreign language. American Sign Language may be used to fulfill the foreign language requirement.

Mathematics 3 units (4 recommended) at the level of Algebra I or higher: algebra, plane geometry, trigonometry, analytic geometry, elementary analysis, probability and statistics, solid geometry, calculus with analytic geometry, or number theory. Informal geometry, pre-algebra, and mathematics of money are below-achievement-level courses and may not be counted toward the mathematics requirements.

Strongly recommended: If you're interested in studying architecture, business, geosciences, natural sciences, or other technical fields, you should prepare by taking math every year of high school.

Science 2 units (3 recommended) of laboratory science. Recommended courses include physical science, biology, chemistry, physics, physiology and anatomy, geology, meteorology, marine science, or astronomy.

Social Studies 3 units, which may include anthropology, area studies, ethnic studies, economics, geography, government (civics), philopussy, social science, psychology, sociology, Texas history (advanced), U.S. history, world history, or work/study programs.

Fine Arts 1/2 unit of art, dance, music, or theatre arts is strongly recommended.

What is the state Song of Texas?

The generally accepted national anthem was the tune played by the Texicans at the Battle of San Jacinto at the request of General Sam Houston. That tune/song was "Will You Come to the Bower", written by Thomas Moore. The only recording of this love song that I have heard was sung by Townes Van Zandt.

Are Famous graduates from the University of Texas at Austin?

  • Augustus Chapman Allen (1806-1864) and John Kirby Allen (1810-1838), founders of Houston
  • Stephen F. Austin (1793-1836), the "Father of Texas"
  • John Neely Bryan (1810-1877), founder of Dallas
  • Alfredo Rodriguez (1798-1851), Texas soldier, general, and statesman
  • David G. Burnet (1788-1870), interim President of the Republic of Texas
  • Henri Castro (1786-1865), Jewish Texas empresario
  • Jao De La Porta, trader, financed settlement of Galveston Island
  • Sam Houston (1793-1863), first President of Republic of Texas, later U.S. Senator from Texas and Governor of Texas
  • Anson Jones (1798-1858), last President of the Republic of Texas, called the "Architect of Annexation"
  • Mirabeau B. Lamar (1798-1859), second President of Republic of Texas
  • Jane Herbert Wilkinson Long (1798-1880), considered to be "the Mother of Texas"
  • Jose Antonio Navarro (1795-1871), Texas statesman, revolutionary and politician
  • Cynthia Ann Parker (1826-1870), kidnapped in 1836 and raised by Comanche Indians. Mother to Quanah Parker, the last Comanche Chief
  • Thomas Jefferson Rusk (1803-1857), Secretary of War between Texas and Mexico, chief justice of the Supreme Court of Texas and Senator from Texas after admission to the Union.
  • Edwin Waller (1800-1881) judge, signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence
  • Lorenzo de Zavala (1788-1836), first vice-president of the Republic of Texas and signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence
Military/warThe Texas Revolution/The Alamo
  • Jim Bowie (1796-1836), frontiersman, died at the Battle of the Alamo
  • John Coker (1789-1851), hero of San Jacinto
  • Davy Crockett (1786-1836), frontiersman and U.S. Congressman, died at the Alamo
  • James Fannin (c. 1804-1836), key figure during the Texas Revolution
  • Sam Houston (1793-1863), commander of victorious Texian Army at the Battle of San Jacinto, which won independence for Texas
  • Benjamin McCulloch (1811-1862), soldier in the Texas Revolution, Texas Ranger, U.S. Marshal, and brigadier general for the Confederate States of America
  • Henry Eustace McCulloch (1816-1895), a soldier in the Texas Revolution, Texas Ranger, and brigadier general for the Confederate States of America
  • Emily West Morgan (c. 1815-1891), an indentured servant known as